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The quiet $8 billion crisis: long COVID costs keep rising as Washington looks away

NIH grants canceled, the federal office shuttered, clinics closing — the government is turning its eyes elsewhere as 44 million suffer.

By Bruce Y. Lee, Hannah Dimmick and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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500,000 people were locked in state psychiatric hospitals. Their descendants can’t find out why
By Mike Stobbe, Nick Lichtenberg and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
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AI hallucinations are infiltrating expert work—and entering the permanent body of knowledge
By Tristan BoveMay 24, 2026
The health benefits of saunas: backed by research and experts 
The health benefits of saunas: backed by research and experts 
By Katie MooreMay 22, 2026
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Meet the hospital dogs ‘making a real difference’ by getting sick kids to smile
By Laura Ungar and The Associated PressMay 23, 2026
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Everyone is blaming AI for the death of ‘craft.’ Take a good look in the mirror
By Ashley YetmanMay 23, 2026
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The more generous U.S. ceasefire terms are, the more suspicious Iran becomes they’re a ruse for another attack, expert says
PoliticsThe more generous U.S. ceasefire terms are, the more suspicious Iran becomes they’re a ruse for another attack, expert says
By Jason MaMay 24, 2026
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EnergyNonprofit fraud isn’t surging. Enforcement is
By Sarah Webber and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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Personal FinanceFrom Hobbes to the 14th amendment: the ancient and modern cases against Trump’s $1.8 billion fund
By Austin Sarat and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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Travel & LeisureThe travel industry has been taking body blows. Here comes an airport ‘sanctuary city’ crackdown
By Josh Funk, Rio Yamat and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
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Asia82 dead in China’s worst coal mine disaster in years — regulators flagged the risk 2 years ago
By The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
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Real Estate‘We want neighbors, not tourists.’ Madrid’s renters march with message for the boom economy
By Alicia Leon and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
Britain’s navy is preparing to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz — but only once a U.S.-Iran peace agreement is reached
PoliticsBritain’s navy is preparing to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz — but only once a U.S.-Iran peace agreement is reached
By Emma Burrows and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
Under emerging deal with U.S., Iran’s uranium, sanctions relief, and release of frozen funds would be negotiated during a 60-day window
PoliticsUnder emerging deal with U.S., Iran’s uranium, sanctions relief, and release of frozen funds would be negotiated during a 60-day window
By Samy Magdy, Melanie Lidman and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
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Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson is put under conservatorship due to a ‘major neurocognitive disorder’. Here’s what that means
HealthBeach Boys founder Brian Wilson is put under conservatorship due to a ‘major neurocognitive disorder’. Here’s what that means
By Stefanie Dazio, Andrew Dalton and The Associated PressMay 10, 2024
  • Actor Halle Berry is pushing for legislation to fund menopause research and education: ‘The shame has to be taken out of menopause’
    HealthActor Halle Berry is pushing for legislation to fund menopause research and education: ‘The shame has to be taken out of menopause’
    By Amanda Seitz and The Associated PressMay 2, 2024
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HealthPhiladelphia jury hits Exxon with $725.5 million verdict on mechanic’s claim that he got cancer from benzene exposure
By Tope Alake and BloombergMay 10, 2024
Birthing mothers’ near-death experience rates are 100 times higher than maternal mortality—and we don’t even know exactly why
CommentaryBirthing mothers’ near-death experience rates are 100 times higher than maternal mortality—and we don’t even know exactly why
By Holly Maloney and Maneesh JainMay 10, 2024
Colorectal cancer cases have tripled in teens—and jumped by 500% in kids. What you need to know
FamilyColorectal cancer cases have tripled in teens—and jumped by 500% in kids. What you need to know
By Beth GreenfieldMay 10, 2024
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HealthHealth system operating across 19 states diverts ambulances, blocks access to medical tests after cyberattack
By John Hanna, Tom Murphy and The Associated PressMay 10, 2024
U.S. pledges $200 million and other aid to help track and contain bird flu on dairy farms
HealthU.S. pledges $200 million and other aid to help track and contain bird flu on dairy farms
By Jonel Aleccia, Mike Stobbe and The Associated PressMay 10, 2024
  • COVID-19 hospitalizations hit record low
    HealthCOVID-19 hospitalizations hit record low
    By Chris MorrisMay 2, 2024
Employees work on epidemic prevention for chickens at a livestock company in Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province, China, on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.
HealthBird flu FAQ: Everything you need to know about the H5N1 outbreak that’s spread to dairy cows in 9 states
By Lindsey LeakeMay 9, 2024
They were shot at the Super Bowl Parade—and might have bullets in their bodies forever
HealthThey were shot at the Super Bowl Parade—and might have bullets in their bodies forever
By Bram Sable-Smith and KFF Health NewsMay 9, 2024
Cancer survivor says embryos with an ex-husband are her last chance to have a baby. Ex-husband wants to avoid procreating against his will
HealthCancer survivor says embryos with an ex-husband are her last chance to have a baby. Ex-husband wants to avoid procreating against his will
By Matthew Barakat and The Associated PressMay 9, 2024
AstraZeneca pulls its COVID-19 vaccine from European market after history of stumbles
HealthAstraZeneca pulls its COVID-19 vaccine from European market after history of stumbles
By The Associated PressMay 9, 2024
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan during a Bloomberg Television interview in New York, US, on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
FinanceA 35-year-old junior Bank of America associate suddenly died—and it’s ignited discussions about Wall Street’s intense working conditions
By Sunny NagpaulMay 8, 2024
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    RetailDenmark’s Novo Nordisk forecasts 27% sales surge but faces price pressure amid Eli Lilly competition
    By Naomi Kresge and BloombergMay 2, 2024
A customer is holding a paper plate in one hand and a large cup of Charged Lemonade in the other.
RetailPanera is ditching its Charged Lemonade after 2 customers died—but Gen Z is still thirsting for dangerous snacks and drinks
By Sasha RogelbergMay 8, 2024
Daughter kissing on hand of father lying down in hospital
HealthMeet the death doulas who bring comfort to people at the end of their lives
By Liz SeegertMay 7, 2024
Miss USA 2023 resigns from her title to focus on her mental health: ‘Never compromise your physical and mental well-being’
HealthMiss USA 2023 resigns from her title to focus on her mental health: ‘Never compromise your physical and mental well-being’
By Jordyn BradleyMay 7, 2024
‘Punched, kicked, grabbed, and brushed up against’—nurse’s husband sues employer after she was strangled while working
Health‘Punched, kicked, grabbed, and brushed up against’—nurse’s husband sues employer after she was strangled while working
By Dave Collins and The Associated PressMay 6, 2024
Equinox is offering a $40,000 a year personalized wellness program to help you live longer. Here’s what it includes
LifeEquinox is offering a $40,000 a year personalized wellness program to help you live longer. Here’s what it includes
By Beth GreenfieldMay 6, 2024
Health care workers are burned out and overwhelmed. AI can streamline operations and help them do their real job: treating patients
CommentaryHealth care workers are burned out and overwhelmed. AI can streamline operations and help them do their real job: treating patients
By BJ SchaknowskiMay 6, 2024
Forget the nurse call button. Patients now stay connected by wearing one
HealthForget the nurse call button. Patients now stay connected by wearing one
By Phil Galewitz and KFF Health NewsMay 6, 2024
A close-up of pieces of plastic that had been washed up on a beach
HealthAmerica has a $250 billion problem: Microplastics have invaded our bloodstreams and may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke
By Carolyn BarberMay 5, 2024
woman cooks on gas stove
LifeGas stove pollution harms poor and minority Americans the most, due in part to different home sizes, study says
By Alicia Clanton and BloombergMay 4, 2024
Are cold plunges and saunas safe for kids? What parents need to know about the benefits and risks
FamilyAre cold plunges and saunas safe for kids? What parents need to know about the benefits and risks
By Matt FuchsMay 4, 2024
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FinanceMillennials’ love affair with pet chickens is big business for a $30 billion retail chain—‘In America, the new companion animal is the chicken’
By Amanda GerutMay 4, 2024
A new survey about the U.S. health care system shows 75% of Americans think mental health issues are identified and treated “somewhat worse” or “much worse” than physical ailments.
Mind75% of Americans think mental health issues are treated worse than physical illness, new survey says. Here’s why
By Lindsey LeakeMay 3, 2024
5 signs your skin is just as stressed out as you are 
Life5 signs your skin is just as stressed out as you are 
By Kells McPhillipsMay 3, 2024
Lack of supervision at psychiatric facility led to violent assaults and a patient’s escape to a pond: report
HealthLack of supervision at psychiatric facility led to violent assaults and a patient’s escape to a pond: report
By The Associated PressMay 3, 2024
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FinanceNew Florida resident Jeff Bezos pumped $60 million into making lab-grown meat taste better. Ron DeSantis just banned it from the state
By Amanda GerutMay 3, 2024
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HealthOne of the poorest and unhealthiest states in America just spiked a Medicaid opposition amid widespread Republican opposition
By Emily Wagster Pettus and The Associated PressMay 3, 2024
Biden administration says 100,000 Dreamers will enroll in Obamacare under new directive opening it to all DACA participants
HealthBiden administration says 100,000 Dreamers will enroll in Obamacare under new directive opening it to all DACA participants
By Amanda Seitz and The Associated PressMay 3, 2024
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EnvironmentScuba boat captain given four year prison sentence in fire that killed 34 people
By Stefanie Dazio, Amy Taxin and The Associated PressMay 2, 2024
Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel at an event to encourage people to get updated COVID-19 booster shots on September 20, 2023 in Washington, DC.
HealthModerna’s sales from its only product, the COVID-19 vaccine, fell 91% from last year
By Sunny NagpaulMay 2, 2024
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